<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>Job Description:</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that’s why we’re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other’s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science &amp; Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care.Current Associates will need to apply through the internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on Menu or View All Apps, select the Jobs Hub app, then click the magnifying glass to Browse Jobs.Job Title: Finance Operations Director APACLocation: Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaA unique opportunity has opened within Mars Petcare’s Science and Diagnostics Division, supporting our cutting edge Antech Diagnostics brand. We’re looking for a seasoned and strategic Finance Operations Director APAC to lead and elevate finance operations across a diverse and fast-growing regional cluster, spanning Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, and more.About Us:Antech Diagnostics is a global leader in veterinary diagnostics and part of the Mars family of businesses. Together, we are committed to creating A Better World for Pets. At Mars, we believe in nurturing talent, driving innovation, and embracing diversity in everything we do.Role overview:As the Finance Operations Director APAC, you will oversee a team of finance professionals across the region, ensuring excellence in financial operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Intercompany, and Treasury. Reporting to the Regional Finance Operations Director EU &amp; APAC / VP Finance EU &amp; APAC, you’ll play a key leadership role in safeguarding financial integrity, driving process harmonisation, and enabling continued business growth across the APAC region.This is a people leadership role with direct management of a team of 5+ associates based across the cluster.Key responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing finance operations team across APAC (Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Hong Kong).</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate preparation of statutory financial statements and monthly, quarterly, and annual group reporting in line with US GAAP and local standards.</li><li>Manage and oversee balance sheet accounts, AR/AP, fixed asset accounting, lease accounting, and cash flow.</li><li>Drive process improvements and system harmonisation initiatives across the region.</li><li>Lead monthly/quarterly/annual financial close processes and ensure full audit readiness.</li><li>Liaise with auditors and manage external/internal audit processes to ensure compliance.</li><li>Establish and maintain robust internal controls over financial transactions and reporting.</li><li>Partner with Treasury to manage banking relationships and optimize liquidity.</li><li>Oversee and contribute to cross-functional and finance transformation projects, including system migrations.</li><li>Inspire and build a collaborative, performance-driven culture within the finance function.</li></ul>Key skills and experience required:<ul><li>Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.</li><li>10+ years of progressive experience in accounting and financial operations, ideally in a multinational environment.</li><li>Deep understanding of both local statutory requirements and US GAAP.</li><li>Proven experience in preparing and managing audits, financial statements, and compliance.</li><li>Proficiency in ERP systems and financial reporting tools.</li><li>Strong leadership and team management skills, with a passion for developing talent.</li><li>Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.</li><li>Ability to influence, manage change, and drive results in a matrixed environment.</li><li>Experience working with geographically dispersed teams is highly desirable.</li></ul>Equal Opportunity EmployerAt Mars, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.Join us in delivering a better world for pets. Apply now and help drive financial excellence across APAC.About AntechAntech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. Our products and services span 90+ reference laboratories around the globe; in-house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud-based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board-certified specialist support services.Note to Search Firms/AgenciesAntech Diagnostics, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates (Antech) do not compensate search firms for unsolicited assistance unless they have a written search agreement with Antech and the requisition is position-specific. Any resumes, curriculum vitae, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a written search agreement or position-specific requisition submitted to any Associate of Antech will be deemed the sole property of Antech and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Antech.

Royal Canin

Finance Operations Director, APAC MYS-Selangor-Kuala Lumpur

Royal Canin